Cégep du Vieux MontréalStudent Guide

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Student guide · Automne 2026

The semester, explained for Cégep du Vieux Montréal

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Automne 2026
Campus terms
8
Local details
6

Academic calendar

Automne 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

2 entries
  1. Automne 2026Relevant now
  2. Hiver 2027

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Campus language

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8 terms

A

AGECVM
Association générale des étudiantes et étudiants du Cégep du Vieux Montréal; the primary student union.

C

COOP
The student cooperative that manages the bookstore and various food services.

L

L'Exode
A student-run cooperative café and social space known for its affordable coffee and community atmosphere.
La Caf
The main cafeteria located on the 4th floor of the building.
Le Vieux
The most common shorthand name for the school itself.
Levée de cours
A suspension of classes, typically following a student union vote during a strike or general assembly.

M

MIO
Messagerie Interne Omnivox; the standard internal messaging system used by students and faculty for all official communication.

S

SRAM
Service régional d'admission du Montréal métropolitain; the centralized application system used for admission to the college.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

6 details
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Cafétéria du CVM
L'Agora
The central open-concept gathering space on the 2nd floor used for events, protests, and socializing.
Le Vieux
The primary (and only) massive campus building located at 255 Ontario Street East.
Léa
The specific module within Omnivox used for accessing course materials, assignments, and teacher documents.
Omnivox
The essential digital portal for accessing student schedules, grades, and administrative services.
OPUS
The transit card for Montreal's public transport (STM), which students can renew at a discounted rate through the school portal.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Automne 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
8 approved campus terms and 6 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Montréal for Cégep du Vieux Montréal Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Montréal.

Timezone

America/Toronto

Median Rent

$1,200

Cost of Living Index

85

Student Population

200,000

City Transportation

Walkability

70

Bikeability

75

Public Transit

STM bus network, Montreal Metro, EXO commuter rail

Nearest Airports

Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, Montréal–Mirabel International Airport (cargo and limited operations)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

43°F

Avg Snowfall

82 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Stationnement intérieur CVM

garage • Limited during peak hours; open to public after 3:00 PM Mon-Thu and all day Fri-Sun

Student session permits available for $325. Secure indoor bike parking available for $90/year.

Campus News

Latest updates from Cégep du Vieux Montréal

Rentrée des cégeps: la surpopulation étudiante pas près de se résorber

CEGEPs in Montreal and across Quebec are facing record enrollment numbers for the third consecutive year, leading to concerns about aging infrastructure and underfunding.

Aug 20, 2026

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Rentrée sous tension dans les cégeps: les étudiants augmentent, les ressources manquent

The 2026 academic year begins with significant challenges, including hiring freezes and a lack of space as student numbers continue to rise while budgets remain tight.

Aug 16, 2026

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Une immersion montréalaise pour des jeunes de Pessamit

CVM welcomed students from École secondaire Uashkaikan as part of a post-secondary transition project.

Mar 3, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Cégep du Vieux Montréal

Enquête sur toi

September 15, 2026

Cégep du Vieux Montréal

A program to support student success and integration, running from September 15 to October 29, 2026.

Atelier de réparation et d'ajustement de vélos

September 16, 2026

Cégep du Vieux Montréal

A bicycle maintenance and adjustment workshop for the campus community.

Tête à têtes | Amélie Hardy

September 17, 2026

Cégep du Vieux Montréal

A presentation by documentarian Amélie Hardy about her career path.

Entre-deux | Exposition solo de Mirko

September 21, 2026

Cégep du Vieux Montréal

A solo exhibition exploring the intimate relationship between meeting and fleeing, running until October 9.

Café citoyen | La campagne électorale vous parle-t-elle?

September 23, 2026

Cégep du Vieux Montréal

A discussion on whether political issues in the current election campaign resonate with students.

Le débat en direct - Élections provinciales 2026

September 23, 2026

Cégep du Vieux Montréal

A live debate featuring candidates for the 2026 provincial elections.

Journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation 2026

September 30, 2026

Cégep du Vieux Montréal

Campus community members are invited to wear orange in solidarity for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Campus Details

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